SatNOGS

Satellite Networked Open Ground Station

Software

SatNOGS includes an open-source modular software stack, developed from scratch or utilizing existing projects. The versatility of the architecture enables communication with existing software or easy development of custom software for specific needs.

For all following Software components you can select to either use the SatNOGS software of the equivalent software for non-networked operations.

TrackingPrecise, standardized

Two options for tracking are available. Operators may use the popular GPredict for real-time satellite tracking and orbit prediction or a custom build solution in Python that provides API for custom or remote unattended tracking. Both solutions are communicating with the mount using rotctld over Easycomm protocol.

Scheduling and managementExtendable, remote

Using Gpredict or SatNOGS Network an operator can plan her observation session efficiently. SatNOGS Network is a global management interface for operators combining multiple ground stations for improved coverage around the globe.